Knowledge and barriers among Lebanese community pharmacists in pediatric antibiotic dosing: a cross-sectional study

The study concluded that most community pharmacists have appropriate knowledge about the correct antibiotic dosage for pediatric patients. However, there are still barriers that need to be addressed to improve pharmacists' practice and reduce dosing errors which can lead to serious consequences such as therapeutic failure, antibiotic resistance, toxicity and side effects, altered gut microbiota, increased healthcare burden, and negative impacts on a child's growth and development. The authorities should consider implementing more effective platforms and targeted educational programs to keep pharmacists informed and up-to-date, which could enhance the healthcare sector.